The bill amends the Education Code to establish a mandatory policy for public and private schools regarding the maintenance, administration, and disposal of medication for respiratory distress. It requires each school district, open-enrollment charter school, and private school to adopt and implement this policy, ensuring that a supply of medication for respiratory distress is available on each campus. Additionally, the bill mandates that trained school personnel and volunteers be present to administer the medication to individuals believed to be experiencing respiratory distress during school hours and at school-related activities.

Furthermore, the bill outlines specific training requirements for school personnel and volunteers, including recognizing signs of respiratory distress and proper medication administration. It also stipulates that schools must provide written notice of their policies to parents or guardians of enrolled students. The bill repeals a previous section of the Education Code and establishes rules for the maintenance and disposal of epinephrine auto-injectors and respiratory distress medication, ensuring that schools are equipped and prepared to handle such medical emergencies effectively.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Education Code 38.212, Education Code 38.208 (Education Code 38)